ACCEPTING CHANGE: READY OR NOT, HERE IT COMES
The world inhabitants in 2010 were more adaptive than in previous periods. In fact, heightened awareness of design and design in business is perfectly described by George Nelson of Herman Miller. Over half a century ago, he said, “design is a response to social change.” Today, the phenomenon associated with rapid adaptation to constant change ...
Would the World Miss Out?
Design is an evasive yet dominating force in modern society. Many individuals, businesses, and swarms of both are involved with design. The Museum of Modern Art established an entire department devoted to the collection of architecture and design in 1932. The grouping has been based on the link between architecture and design. MoMA’s current collection ...
Today iPhone 5, Miss you Jobs
To understand the design community and our role in the American economy, one must understand the context of the world, consumerism, and the global marketplace where people and businesses impact supply and demand. Abundance is where this journey begins. Abundance of information, data, facts, and statistics; abundance of anecdotes, experimentation, and material usage; abundance of ...
HD Boutique 2011
The HD Boutique was in Miami this week. I was happy to see the show is growing. Many of the Reps I’ve worked with over the years were there, some with different companies and others with their long-time partners. Overall, the show was busy, people were excited, and the products were gorgeous. One thing that ...
David C. Willis, Artist Open House & Sale
[ September 10, 2011; 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. ] David C. Willis, Artist (click for Video)
David C. Willis, Artist is announcing his first Studio Open House and Sale this Saturday the 10th of September. David is a Master Woodworker and Craftsman as well as an accomplished Fine Artist.
This Saturday’s showing will feature many Decorative Art pieces such as blanket chests, table top boxes, plant ...
Gen Y & Your Business
The explosion of SOCIAL MEDIA is largely a result of the size of Gen Y.
This group is made up of the 87 MILLION people born roughly between 1977 – 2000.
This group is simply TOO big too ignore. They are influencing our industry in a major way.
As the NEXT GENERATION OF CONSUMERS, 90% of this group ...
Why the Merging Tides community has been formed…
At MERGING TIDES, we’re excited about the future of design because the possibilities are unlimited. With the smartest minds surviving the financial crisis of 2008, and product & services as diverse as South Florida’s residents, we’re confident we will continue to attract the most discerning customers.
In fact, we believe we’re entering KAIROS. Few kairos moments ...
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